City of Abilene (TX) - Abilene, TX

posted 3 days ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Abilene, TX
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

Under the immediate or general supervision of a Lead Supervisor or higher; to perform, either alone or within a team, required construction, maintenance and operational duties in the assigned Division/Branch of the water and sewer system. The Wastewater Collection Utility Worker may also assist with accomplishing some Water Distribution-related tasks.

Responsibilities

  • Inspect, clean, repair, install and/or replace damaged Wastewater Collection lines, valves, manhole rings/lids, and pumps.
  • Tap sewer lines, maintain lift stations, operate TV monitor and survey camera, help maintain utility property and easements.
  • Operate a City vehicle daily to travel to various worksites.
  • Maintain a safe and productive work site at all times.
  • Operate at least one of the following: backhoe, dump truck, sewer stop/jetter, air compressor, or vacuum truck.
  • Investigate customer complaints related to leaks, sanitary sewer overflows, manhole safety, and other issues related to wastewater collection.
  • Contact and coordinate with required personnel/agencies to make repairs.
  • Communicate effectively with other employees, customers and supervisors the nature and status of work being performed.
  • Perform other job related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

  • Six (6) months of experience as a Laborer, Utility Worker, or other related work is required for Utility Worker Trainee.
  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • A valid Texas Driver's license or a military waiver is required.
  • A valid Class A Texas Commercial Driver's License (CDL), or the ability to obtain one within ninety (90) days of employment is required for Utility Worker Trainee.
  • Possession of or the ability to obtain a TCEQ Wastewater Collection I license within one (1) year of employment is required for Utility Worker I.
  • Two (2) years of experience comparable to a Utility Worker I with the City of Abilene is required for Utility Worker II.
  • A valid TCEQ Wastewater Collection II license is required for Utility Worker II.
  • A valid TCEQ Wastewater Collection III license is preferred for Utility Worker II.

Benefits

  • Pay Type Hourly
  • Min Hiring Rate $18.83
  • Max Hiring Rate $25.39
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